THINKING ABOUT PODCAST
with kirsti mcnabney
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Thinking About is your space to explore the topics that keep women thinking – from building a business to health and wellness, and everything in between. Find inspiration and motivation to continue growing through meaningful interviews with entrepreneurs, coaches, thought leaders, and wellness experts. No topic is off-limits and these real, raw episodes will leave you with insights and actionable steps to apply to your own life.
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People Who Keep Us Thinking
Prioritizing Your Nervous System & Advice For Bringing Big Dreams To Life With Tanya Kololian & Zoë Paliare, Co-Founders of trove
Today’s episode has us thinking about wellness, our nervous system and the true magic between two women entrepreneurs. We’re thrilled to sit down with Tanya Kololian and Zoë Paliare, co-founders of trove, Toronto’s newest holistic restorative wellness centre. trove offers a calming escape from the city’s high energy, allowing visitors to stay in the city but feel off the grid.
How To Use Your Social Media To Genuinely Connect With Your Community With Katie Campbell of Katie Creative Co.
In this week’s episode, we are thinking about the true power of social media and how to use it to genuinely connect with your community. We’re joined by Katie Campbell, founder of Katie Creative Co., a social media strategist and self-proclaimed social media therapist, who is dedicated to helping people create audience-centric content that fosters meaningful engagement. If you’re someone who’s struggled to make your social media content resonate or wondered how to stay authentic while building a community, this conversation is full of insights you won’t want to miss.
What You Need To Know Before Creating Or Revamping Your Website With Emily Foster
In this week's episode, we are thinking about the world of brand and website design with Emily Foster, the creative mind behind Emily Foster Creative. Emily, a skilled brand and website designer with a creative services-based business, shares her journey from a simple t-shirt design in high school to building a successful career.
Stop Saying You Have Imposter Syndrome And Start Thinking About Trailblazer Complex With Tanya Geisler
Today's episode has us thinking about the complex feelings of self-doubt and the journey to authentic success with Tanya Geisler, a certified Leadership Coach, in-demand TEDxWomen speaker, and writer from Toronto. Tanya introduces us to the concept of the "imposture complex" her take on what is commonly known as impostor syndrome.
From Dreaming To Doing: How Refy Agency's Vanessa Smith Started Her Entrepreneurial Journey & Podcast
In this week’s episode, we are thinking about what it truly takes to build a brand from the ground up, as we dive into the entrepreneurial journey of Vanessa Smith, the owner of Refy Agency and proud islander. With over 13 years of marketing experience, she shares how entrepreneurship was always in her DNA, having felt the entrepreneurial bug from a young age.
Building A Virtual Assistant Business & Living A Flexible Life With Steph Faria, Founder of Faria Virtual Assistants
Today, we are thinking about supporting small business owners and entrepreneurs through virtual assistants with Steph Faria, the Owner of Faria Virtual Assistants Inc. Steph kicks off the conversation by sharing her journey and how she got into the world of virtual assistance. Despite being in the business for four years, she recalls the moment that started it all—an Instagram story that sparked the idea to offer her services.
Permission To Enjoy Social Media Again, From Your Friendly Neighbourhood Social Media Strategist + Manager [SOLO]
In this episode, I am thinking about common advice I share with clients and want to share with you! But first I throw down the concept of duality, reflecting on how this idea might continue to play a more significant role in the future of everything I do.
Practical Advice For Starting Your Real Estate Journey With Duplexes From Sarah Steiner Of The Duplex Duo 🏠
In this week’s episode, we are thinking about the housing market and making it a little less intimidating. Sarah, one half of the Duplex Duo, an educational company focused on helping people break into real estate through duplex investments shares the inspiring story of how an initial idea, combined with the passion and handy work of her partner, sparked a snowball effect that led to the creation of the Duplex Duo.
What It Takes To Become An International Mixologist Plus Your New Favourite Mocktails/Cocktail Recipes With Tenika Bennett, Owner of Drinks By Nika
In this episode we are thinking about embracing the F around and find out mentally brought to you by our guest, Tenika, an international mixologist and owner of Drinks by Nika, a mobile event bartending and beverage consulting company that provides a variety of services ranging from corporate event bartending to mixology classes. Tenika reflects on her early experiences with her family, where hosting parties and game nights allowed her to experiment with mixing drinks.
Everything You've Been Wanting To Know About Digital Ads With Expert Aashima Verma
Today, we are thinking about ads, ads and more ads. In today's episode, we sit down with Aashima Verma, founder of AV Marketing, an ad agency specializing in meta ads and consulting. Aashima takes us through the inspiring journey of how her career took off, starting with a pivotal comment from an ex-boss that pushed her to venture out on her own.
Fall Reset: Bringing It Back To Basics & Creating An Ideal Calendar [SOLO]
In this episode, I am thinking about the process of reconnecting with myself aka my "putting me first" era. I'm reflecting on how quickly summer has flown by and how each year seems to bring the same familiar feeling, especially as September approaches. September has always felt like a ‘new year’ to me, likely because of my past experiences working in post-secondary education.
How To Make Events & Your Everyday Life More Sustainable With Romina Kwong Of Eco-Friendly Events
In this week's episode, we are thinking about sustainability and how to incorporate it into our everyday lives as we welcome Romina, a multifaceted professional who wears many hats as a sustainable event planner, environmentalist, college professor, and more. Romina takes us back to her fourth-grade days, sharing a fond memory that she believes planted the seed for her lifelong journey into sustainability.
How To Be Sxy N' Sober This Summer By Choosing Yourself & Raising Your Standards With Courtney Croucher
Today, we are thinking about being sexy and sober aka choosing yourself and raising your standards. In this episode, we chat with Courtney Croucher, an empowerment coach who focuses on empowering women through mindset work, values, and beliefs, which she states translate into confidence. Courtney describes her approach as blunt with a side of woo-woo. Beyond her coaching, she is also a Pilates and breathwork instructor.
A Journey of Freedom, Spirituality & Sobriety With Catherine Choi, Founder of So Young
Today we are thinking about quieting the doubt voices in our head and embracing unique spiritual journeys. In this episode, we interviewed Catherine Choi, the Founder of SoYoung, known for creating beautiful, functional, and durable bags for life on the go. Catherine shares her inspiring journey from no business background to building a successful brand.
Answering Your Questions About Podcasting To Celebrate 100 Episodes 🎉 [SOLO]
Today, we are thinking about reflecting on our business and the power of just starting. In this special episode of the Thinking About Podcast, I reflect on the incredible journey leading up to the 100th episode. I share the impact of hosting a podcast, highlighting its many benefits; opens doors to connect with people otherwise out of reach, simplifies networking, provides a platform for long-form content, and, most importantly, it's incredibly fun. I also get candid and emotional, expressing the awe at surpassing the statistic that most podcasts don’t make it past five episodes.
How Getting Your Systems In Order Can Help You Take More Time Off Your Business With Mackenzie Iles
Today, we are thinking about systems, systems, systems and striving for a well-balanced work-life culture as entrepreneurs. In this episode, Mackenzie, the owner of Sit Studio and a seasoned studio manager for creatives and systems specialist, joins us. Mackenzie delves into the nuances of her role, focusing on project management and behind-the-scenes work for creative entrepreneurs, and distinguishes her services from those of a typical virtual assistant.
Exploring Resilience, Caregiving & Creativity With Kath Smith
Today, we are thinking about major life changes that happen in a moments time and coming out the other side. In this episode, we become friends with Katherine Smith, a content creator from Toronto, who opens up about her profound journey of caregiving following her partner's traumatic injury while he was on vacation in London, England.
Thinking About Inclusive Medical Care With Dr. Shoghi Nikoo, MD, MA, CCFP
Today we are thinking about the importance of supporting the trans community and we learn simple ways to help support. In this episode, we chat with a wonderful human, Dr. Shoghi Nikoo, a Toronto-based Family Physician and Co-Founder of Park Medical Aesthetics. His kind and soulful spirit provides a safe and inclusive space while focusing on sexual and transgender care. He also fulfills his love for making people feel more comfortable in their skin with medical aesthetic treatments.
What You Need To Know Before Turning Your Passion Into A Business With Devon Elcomb-Anzit From Pressed In Time
Today we are thinking about perseverance, growth, and transformation. In this episode, we sit down with Devon, Owner of Pressed in Time, a flower preservation company. Reflecting on the past two years, Devon shares how she developed a powerful new motto: "You can do hard things and you can do them scared." This mindset has been crucial in navigating the challenges of scaling a business, particularly the reality of dilution – the need to stay focused amidst myriad distractions and responsibilities.
Finding Joy Again & Other Things I'm Thinking About Lately [SOLO]
Today, we're thinking about creating joy and slowing down in this thing we call life. In this solo episode, the theme of the podcast is embraced by sharing my current life thoughts, capturing and showcasing life in real-time.
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